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M7 FDW

2011 BMW 6 Series

Black Petrol 2979cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

146,046 mi
Last recorded146,046 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 6 Series56,620 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM7 FDW
MakeBMW
Model6 Series
Year2011
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,979cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2025 146,046 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 136,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 124,087 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Fail 18 Apr 2023 123,957 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

engine cover and undertrays fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2022 113,314 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Pass 13 Apr 2021 100,906 miles

Rear diff misting oil from o/s output shaft seal.

Fail 13 Apr 2021 100,906 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear diff misting oil from o/s output shaft seal.

Pass 15 Jul 2019 85,931 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 87,940 miles

o/s/f tyre has cut to sidewall less than 25mm and no cord showing

Pass 17 Jun 2016 74,371 miles

amber tyre pressure warning light on

o/s/f tyre has cut to sidewall less than 25mm and not showing cord

Pass 19 Jun 2015 60,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 43,092 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 6 Series?

Based on 57,601 MOT tests across 6,687 vehicles.

83.8%
Pass Rate
6,496
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
6,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has ply or cords exposed 533
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 463
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 343
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 273
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 267
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M7 FDW is a 2011 BMW 6 Series in Black with a 2,979cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2011 BMW 6 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 56,620 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 6 Series fails its MOT is tyre has ply or cords exposed, accounting for 533 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M7 FDW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 6 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 6 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M7 FDW registered?

M7 FDW is a 2011 BMW 6 Series, first registered on 21 March 2011.

Is M7 FDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M7 FDW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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